Yankees Trade Short, Nats Keep Crews Bench

On March 24th, the New York Yankees made a last-minute move by trading infielders

Zach Short to the Washington Nationals for cash just one day before.

Their big opening day game against the San Francisco Giants on Netflix.

Short is a 30-year-old veteran who has bounced around seven organizations since getting drafted

in the 17th round by the Chicago Cubs back.

In 2016, he has suited up for 241 games across several teams but never played a regular

season game with the Yankees.

His bat has struggled with a career average around 172, though he brings solid defense

to the infield.

The Nationals plan to use him as extra depth behind a crowded group of eight infielders,

including standout CJ Abrams.

Meanwhile, in a surprise twist for Washington, Top Prospect Dylan Cruz won't crack the opening

day roster.

The number two overall pick from last year's draft heads to Triple A to build confidence

after a rushed rookie stint.

As the season kicks off, these roster tweaks highlight how teams are fine-tuning for the

long haul ahead.

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I'm Corey with The Story.